Over the next few months, you’ll be hearing a lot about the Lead Service Line Replacement Project.
It’s important for Margate City to make sure that all residents stay informed throughout the project, which extends for several years and will undoubtably lead to many questions and concerns.
New Jersey legislation requires that all lead water service lines be replaced by 2031.
This project is already underway in Margate, with work impacting some streets now and expanding to all neighborhoods over the next few years. Representatives will also be available at various city events throughout the year to answer questions and provide guidance.
Why is lead bad? It’s a toxic metal that is especially dangerous to young, developing brains. When water flows through service lines made of lead, the pipe can release lead into your tap water.
Check the Margate City website for updates and project information.
Mayor Collins strongly encourages all residents to take the time to educate themselves about the project and the steps homeowners may need to take.
Galvanized piping was commonly installed in homes built before 1960 and was used as an alternative to lead pipes for water supply lines. Older housing stock in Ventnor, Margate, and Atlantic City are a primary focus.
Lead Service Line Replacement Program
The program also aims to educate the public on actions they can take to reduce their exposure to lead in drinking water.
All customers in the Margate’s water service area with lead service lines are automatically enrolled in the lead service line replacement program. There are several potential lead/galvanized lines in the system that will be inspected and replaced by 2031 if confirmed to be lead/galvanized.
Margate has secured funding from the State of New Jersey for the initial phases of this work and will continue to pursue additional funding for future phases.
No Partial Replacements: Under NJ law, utilities cannot replace just the street side; the entire line from the main to the house must be replaced at once to prevent a temporary spike in lead levels.
Mandatory Access: Utilities are ramping up efforts to gain access to homes for inspections. If your line is “Unknown,” you will likely receive a certified letter requesting an inspection appointment.
https://lead-service-line-inventory-margatecity.hub.arcgis.com
The only long-term solution to protect public health is to remove these lead pipes and replace them with new copper pipes.
Longport public meeting for residents 4:30p. Monday, March 16. Borough Hall, 2305 Atlantic Ave. Residents asked to register by calling Longport Public Library at 609-487-7403.
Ventnor meeting 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21 at Ventnor Educational Community Complex, 400 N. Lafayette Ave.
Where is the Margate Lead Pipe Water Line Replacement Project?